Book excerpt: The Adventures of Ari and Desi volume 1 contains the following: “Ari and Her Funny Pockets” – Things have gone missing at Grandma’s house, and Marcus is pretty sure he knows why and who is responsible! “Ari and the Quiet Day” – The music has stopped at Ari’s house. This story deals with the impact of grief and how Ari and her family got through the challenging times. “Desi Goes to the Doctor” – Desi is suspicious that something is going on and then he discovers he is going to the doctor! Desi really doesn’t like going to the doctor, and he is afraid of what might happen there.